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BASIC TRAINING COURSE .

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THE NIGERIA POLICE FORCE

FIRST AID LESSON 37 - HOW TO TREAT A BABY AFTER A FALL .

TOPIC OVERVIEW .

Even though it can be frightening, a fall from a bed or the equivalent does not usually cause any serious harm. However, injuries are possible.

OBJECTIVES .

In this video we show you how to treat a baby, on the move, when they may find themselves having a fall.

REQUIRED MATERIALS .

Students require a file and/or folder, pen and paper and this will form the basis of the student's "Best Book".

CONTENT (LESSON BODY) .


ASSESSMENT .

All NPF officers should learn, practice and understand the content of this video.  
The assessment, which will be undertaken, is both a written and practical test with a final exam.

SUMMARY & TAKEAWAY .

The risk of injury are...
Concussion:  Signs of a concussion in an infant include:
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Inconsolable crying
  • Vomiting
  • Excessive sleepiness
  • Prolonged periods of quietness
  • A refusal to eat
  • Temporary loss of recently acquired skills
  • Irritability
Fracture:
  • A depressed area on the head
  • Clear fluid draining from the eyes or ears
  • Bruising around the eyes or ears
It is important to go to the nearest emergency room if the baby shows any of these signs:
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Abnormal or slow breathing
  • Bleeding or leakage of clear fluid from the nose or ears
  • Pupils of different sizes
  • Bulging of the soft spot on the head
  • Seizures
  • A serious wound
  • Vomiting
  • Uncontrollable crying
  • Excessive sleepiness or inability to wake up
  • Changes in eating or sleeping patterns

LOOK FORWARD TO .

How to treat a casualty with a spinal injury.
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